Advancements in Stellarator Control and Electrical Components

The MUSE Stellarator is the world's first quasi-axisymmetric stellarator constructed with permanent magnets and planar circular coils. The project aims to improve the current stellarator model by enhancing its electrical components and control systems. The focus is on utilizing LabVIEW software to streamline operations, improve experimental efficiency, and reduce research time. The integration of LabVIEW allows synchronized activation of electrical components, including voltage, current, toroidal field power supply, the introduction of gas and plasma formation, RF (Radio Frequency) heating, and data acquisition. The project focuses on optimizing RF heating techniques to raise plasma temperatures and pressure, improving heating efficiency and overall performance. Plasma diagnostics include Langmuir probes and magnetic diagnostics, which require bias control and integration circuitry. The diagnostic data will determine plasma properties, validate theoretical models, and refine experiments. These advancements in electrical components, control systems, and diagnostics contribute to ongoing stellarator research, bringing us closer to sustainable fusion energy.